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Megan Berg and Dr. Jeanette Benigas discuss the newly established Slack community to connect SLPs at the state level and to foster communication about making grassroots changes. Conflicting regulations in New Jersey and Delaware are highlighted, as well as the overall poorly organized and difficult-to-navigate landscape of SLP regulation at the state level. Megan and Jeanette urge organizing within local state communities in order to clarify regulations related to licensing and Medicaid, particularly in light of the interstate compact rolling out in the next few years.

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Megan Berg and Dr. Jeanette Benigas question the value and necessity of ASHA certification, expressing frustration with its lack of competency guarantee and support for new clinicians. They also criticize the conflation of membership dues with CCC fees. They address pushback from academic SLPs. Additionally, they express frustration with the certification process and lack of evidence base behind the CCC. They discuss concerns about providing services in settings in which SLPs aren’t trained, advocating for speaking up to supervisors in such situations. The conversation covers topics such as imposter syndrome, the need for empowered SLPs to make decisions, and the importance of open conversations and multiple solutions in the field of SLP. Summary generated by AI and edited by a human.

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Podcast episode mentioned in this conversation: Dare to Lead: Jodi-Ann Burey and Ruchika Tulshyan on Imposter Syndrome

Megan Berg and Dr. Jeanette Benigas do a quick check-in from a coffee shop in Ohio. They express gratitude for the feedback received regarding ASHA’s live Q&A session and mention plans to review the recording and share thoughts. They discuss the need to engage with state associations to remove CCC language from state regulations. They also discuss the lack of clinician voices in ASHA's decision-making process and the difficulty of volunteering for ASHA. They acknowledge the need for change and express a desire to improve the national association. Summary generated by AI and edited by a human.

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Megan Berg and Dr. Jeanette Benigas discuss the challenges in the field of SLP and express gratitude for social media support. They encourage others to join their movement for improvement and request letters to be written to the ASHA board on the issue of the CCC. They discuss frustrations with academia and the limited influence of working SLPs in professional organizations. They emphasize the importance of measuring competency in the field. They advocate for support and fair compensation for adjunct professors and ethical practices in academia. They call for diversity, inclusivity, transparency, and accountability in decision-making and criticize financial burdens placed on members. They discuss challenges in student placement and propose a national clearing house system. They touch on the importance of removing the CCC from state licensing board, insurance, and employment requirements. Summary generated by AI and edited by a human.

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Megan Berg and Brooke Richardson share their perspectives on the perceived significance of certifications in the SLP profession. The importance of asking questions, critical thinking, and engaging in open dialogue is emphasized. The Fix SLP platform is highlighted as a space for discussion and challenging the current system. The episode also covers three court cases and their outcomes relating to the current membership/certification issues that SLPs are grappling with. The conflict of interest of CCC certification for employment and insurance is discussed. (Summary generated by AI and edited by a human).

Links to court cases referenced in this episode:

• Talone v. Am. Osteopathic Ass'n
• Bogus v. American Speech Hearing Ass'n
• Ass'n of Am. Physicians & Surgeons, Inc. v. Am. Bd. of Med. Specialties

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In this impromptu brief episode, Megan and Jeanette outline how SLPs can take action by writing a letter to the ASHA Board of Directors. Find all the information and links you need at fixslp.com.

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Megan Berg and Dr. Jeanette Benigas discuss the challenges and considerations of dropping the CCC in the field of SLP. Factors to consider include employer requirements, job security, state licensing board requirements, and the impact on supervising students. They also discuss the issue of certifications and the need for separate standards. They encourage SLPs to be informed and empowered to make their own choices and highlight the importance of sharing stories to reduce stigma. They call for ASHA to address issues such as pay and workload and the need for action on Medicare reimbursement cuts and lack of advocacy. The participants desire ASHA to listen and show support. The participants compared the relationship to that of authoritative parents and adult children, expressing the need for repair and mutual respect. The meeting focused on their concerns and hopes for change. (Summary generated by AI).

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In this episode, Megan Berg and Dr. Jeanette Benigas discuss the challenges in the field of speech-language pathology and the Fix SLP platform they started in order to address these issues. They share personal stories about the difficulties they faced with certification and licensing requirements. They express frustration with the cost and maintenance of the CCC and the lack of clarity on its necessity. They stress the importance of locating specific rules and regulations in order to clarify rumors from facts. They address the issue of the diminishing dignity of SLPs, which leads to a lack of belonging and constant scrutiny. They believe resolving this issue will give SLPs a voice. They mention the importance of the SLP Data Initiative and encourage listeners to check it out. (This summary was generated by AI and edited by a human).

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